Serving 470 students in grades 1-5, Emma B. Ward Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 41% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 28% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 470 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Emma B. Ward Elementary School's student population of 470 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
470 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Emma B. Ward Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Emma B. Ward Elementary School is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.46. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#596 out of 1250 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
3%
10%
Black
3%
11%
White
90%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Emma B. Ward Elementary School's ranking?
Emma B. Ward Elementary School is ranked #596 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Emma B. Ward Elementary School often compared to?
Emma B. Ward Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Robert B. Turner Elementary School, Saffell Street Elementary School, Ezra Sparrow Early Childhood Center by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Emma B. Ward Elementary School?
470 students attend Emma B. Ward Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Emma B. Ward Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Emma B. Ward Elementary School?
Emma B. Ward Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Emma B. Ward Elementary School offer ?
Emma B. Ward Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Emma B. Ward Elementary School part of?
Emma B. Ward Elementary School is part of Anderson County School District.
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